Synonyms of dependability

dependability 1 of 2

noun

as in reliability

worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence

her dependability as a friend, in good times and bad, is legendary

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reliability
• reliableness
• responsibility
• trustworthiness
• solidity
• dependableness
• solidness
• credibility
• sureness
• trustability
• infallibility
• inerrancy
• creditability
• creditableness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unreliability
• shakiness
• dubiousness
• dodginess
• doubtfulness
• questionableness
• uncertainness

dependable

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adjective

di-ˈpen-də-bəl 

as in reliable

worthy of one's trust

seeking a dependable person to look after their summer home in the off-season

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reliable
• responsible
• safe
• good
• true
• steady
• solid
• trustworthy
• loyal
• secure
• trusty
• sure
• calculable
• trustable
• strong
• constant
• tried-and-true
• tried
• steadfast
• faithful
• devoted
• fast
• honest
• staunch
• sincere
• effective
• proven
• infallible
• sound
• unerring
• true-blue
• valid
• firm
• unquestionable
• single-minded
• validated
• confirmed
• impeccable
• faultless
• unimpeachable
• irreproachable
• blameless
• telling
• verified
• authenticated
• attested
• guiltless
• bedrock
• inerrant

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unreliable
• uncertain
• undependable
• unsafe
• untrustworthy
• false
• treacherous
• unfaithful
• disloyal
• fickle
• untrue
• inconstant
• faithless
• perfidious
• uncertain
• traitorous
• questionable
• doubtful
• problematic
• dishonest
• dodgy
• shaky
• deceitful
• dubious
• hazardous
• lying
• mendacious
• untruthful
• debatable
• risky
• suspect
• shady
• unsound
• fishy
• disputable
• recreant
• untried
• unconfirmed
• doubtable

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dependability

Noun

Finch loves the Mike Conleys of the world, valuing dependability and consistency as much as anything. — Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 15 July 2026

Drivers of today need unlimited mileage, lightning-fast recharge cycles, drastically reduced chassis bulk, complete dependability, and an unbreakable network that won't ditch them on the side of the road when a trip takes a detour. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 24 June 2026

Adjective

As more wind and solar power enters electricity grids, turning occasional surpluses into dependable heat could become an important part of making renewable energy work around the clock. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026

When asked to pick the AFC East quarterback who would be most dependable for a playoffs run, the sports commentator named his brother. — Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Nov. 2026